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SEPTEMBER 19 . 2003

 

 


 

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The Customs agencies of Canada and U.S.A. are under increasing pressure to streamline their import processes and improve the credibility of trade statistics. At the same time they are expected to protect our

borders from the infiltration of contraband and other health and environmental concerns. Consequently, importers and exporters are being faced with the need to ensure total compliance in their various trade management practices.

As your full service broker, Federated can play an important role providing you with accurate, timely, information and a complete range of professional advisory services needed to keep abreast of the complex and ever-changing regulations applicable to international trade.

Through our in-depth knowledge of customs regulations, customs programs, Free Trade Agreements and adherence to preferential tariff rules, Federated delivers solutions that help lower costs, increase efficiency and reduce exposure to liability.

We work with you to understand your existing business procedures and then create a customized compliance program that will enable you to demonstrate "reasonable care" in the event of a Customs audit. Our technical experts are also available for guidance and professional representation in connection with a wide range of complex trade issues such as:

 

 

Customs Classification & Rulings.

 

NAFTA Origin Rulings.

 

Refunds, Drawbacks & Appeals.

 

Compliance Adjustment Entries.

 

GST and Excise Tax.

 

Duty & GST Deferral Programs

 

OGD Rulings (DFAIT-Import/Export Permits)

 

Federated's team of professional customs experts will enable you to take full advantage of the benefits of the new streamlined Customs processes as they become available while minimizing the risk of exposure due to non-compliance.